A Bit of Blue

A Bit of Blue: © Key West Art & Historical Society
A Bit of Blue

© Key West Art & Historical Society

Name/Title

A Bit of Blue

Entry/Object ID

2024.01.0009

Description

Acrylic on canvas painting by Jon McIntosh (Tosh) depicting a tranquil seascape painting displaying a vast, dynamic sky filled with voluminous clouds that range in color from stark white to deep grey, suggesting an impending storm. Below, the serene ocean showcases varying shades of blue that suggest both depth and clarity in the water. On the horizon, a dense, dark green mangrove island stands against a lighter strip of turquoise sea, enhancing the contrast in the scene. The calm sea and the looming clouds create a dramatic yet serene atmosphere, inviting contemplation of nature's immense beauty and power.

Type of Painting

Easel

Artwork Details

Medium

Acrylic on Canvas

Subject Place

City

Key West

State/Province

Florida

Country

United States of America

Continent

North America

County

Monroe

Collection

Art Collection

Made/Created

Artist Information

Artist

McIntosh, Jon

Role

Artist

Date made

circa 2000 - circa 2015

Time Period

21st Century

Place

City

Key West

State/Province

Florida

Country

United States of America

Continent

North America

County

Monroe

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Type

Signature

Location

Bottom Right Corner

Transcription

McIntosh

Language

English

Material/Technique

Painted

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Painting

Nomenclature Class

Art

Nomenclature Category

Category 08: Communication Objects

Dimensions

Height

18 in

Width

24 in

Depth

1/2 in

Condition

Reason for Exam

At Acquisition

Overall Condition

Very Good